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Based on Meccha Chameleon's incredibly short 2-month dev cycle, its creators have already earned $1 million per day of work
AppWizard
July 1, 2026

Based on Meccha Chameleon’s incredibly short 2-month dev cycle, its creators have already earned $1 million per day of work

Meccha Chameleon, launched on June 9, has sold over 10 million copies within three weeks, developed by two Japanese indie developers, Lemorion and Haganeiro, in a rapid two-month timeline. The developers utilized a strategy of creating a basic mockup and reusing assets from previous projects to streamline their process. The game has received significant sales, particularly in Western markets, with 20,712 English reviews out of 36,810 on Steam. This success has likely allowed the developers to benefit from a reduced revenue cut from Valve, earning them potentially "life-changing" income. If sales continue at the current pace, they could retroactively claim a day rate of approximately million for their work. Meccha Chameleon has also been well-received for its engaging gameplay, earning a score of 82%.
Massive Samsung Galaxy Glasses leak gives sneak peek into manager app and gestures
AppWizard
July 1, 2026

Massive Samsung Galaxy Glasses leak gives sneak peek into manager app and gestures

A leak has revealed details about the Galaxy Glasses manager app, which will serve as the main hub for managing Samsung's upcoming smart glasses. The app will assist users in pairing the glasses, installing updates, and adjusting settings. It will feature menu options such as Camera, AI assistants, Read notifications aloud, Advanced features, Accessibility, and Find my glasses, with additional settings accessible only when connected to the glasses. Users can also automatically import photos and videos taken with the eyewear. The leak also describes intuitive buttons and gestures for user interaction with the Galaxy Glasses. Users can swipe to navigate music tracks and adjust volume, tap to pause or resume media playback, and use a button on the arm to capture photos or record videos. The glasses will have two LED lights to indicate recording status. Captured images and videos will be available in the Now Bar for previewing and reframing, with functionality expected to extend to the Galaxy Watch. Additionally, a Galaxy Glasses Controller app is in development for Galaxy Watches, and the upcoming Galaxy Ring will support gesture controls for enhanced user experience with the smart glasses.
Open source game engine Godot will no longer accept AI-authored code contributions: 'We can’t trust heavy users of AI to understand their code enough to fix it'
AppWizard
June 30, 2026

Open source game engine Godot will no longer accept AI-authored code contributions: ‘We can’t trust heavy users of AI to understand their code enough to fix it’

The Godot Foundation has decided to implement new guidelines to prohibit AI-authored code, pull requests from AI agents, and AI-generated text in communications between contributors. This decision follows concerns about the increasing number of AI-generated contributions, which have made code review more challenging for maintainers. The Foundation aims to reduce the burden on maintainers and ensure that all contributions come from accountable humans. The new policies will explicitly reject AI-authored code and advise contributors to use AI assistance only for minor tasks while requiring disclosure of its use. Machine translations of human-authored text will still be allowed. The Foundation plans to adopt a cautious approach to AI tools and will re-evaluate its policies as the situation evolves.
Private Minecraft servers violate the law and resemble a "black market" - according to the Entertainment Software Association
AppWizard
June 30, 2026

Private Minecraft servers violate the law and resemble a “black market” – according to the Entertainment Software Association

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) has declared private Minecraft servers illegal, equating them to a "black market" for video games and considering them a form of piracy. The ESA is pursuing legal action against the owners of these private servers. However, Microsoft and Mojang Studios, the creators of Minecraft, do not fully share the ESA's perspective, as many fan-driven projects have thrived in a more lenient environment. Microsoft has not officially commented on the ESA's statements regarding private servers.
A critical Windows 11 and Windows 10 flaw turns Microsoft Defender into a hacker's best friend
Winsage
June 30, 2026

A critical Windows 11 and Windows 10 flaw turns Microsoft Defender into a hacker’s best friend

Chaotic Eclipse, also known as Nightmare-Eclipse, bypassed Windows 11's BitLocker security using a USB stick and claimed Microsoft left a backdoor in the system. Following this, Microsoft patched three zero-day exploits named YellowKey, GreenPlasma, and MiniPlasma. Nightmare-Eclipse then revealed another zero-day vulnerability called RoguePlanet, which affects Microsoft Defender on Windows 10 and 11, potentially allowing attackers full control over compromised systems. Microsoft is tracking this vulnerability as CVE-2026-50656 and is working on a security update. Nightmare-Eclipse provided a proof-of-concept exploit and described it as a race condition with variable success rates. Microsoft has promoted Windows Defender as adequate for most users but acknowledged that third-party tools can offer additional protection. The company initially threatened legal action against Nightmare-Eclipse but later decided not to pursue lawsuits against researchers sharing their findings.
A critical exploit bypasses Microsoft Defender in Windows 11 and Windows 10 — so much for "everyday risk protection without additional software"
Winsage
June 30, 2026

A critical exploit bypasses Microsoft Defender in Windows 11 and Windows 10 — so much for “everyday risk protection without additional software”

Security researcher Chaotic Eclipse, known as Nightmare-Eclipse, bypassed Windows 11's BitLocker security using a USB stick and claimed Microsoft intentionally included a backdoor in the feature. Microsoft responded by patching three zero-day exploits disclosed by Nightmare-Eclipse: YellowKey, GreenPlasma, and MiniPlasma, and is monitoring another exploit called RoguePlanet, cataloged as CVE-2026-50656. The RoguePlanet exploit is a race condition with varying success rates on different machines, achieving a 100% success rate on some devices. Microsoft acknowledged that while Windows 11's Defender is generally sufficient for most users, third-party tools can offer additional security features. Tensions between Nightmare-Eclipse and Microsoft have risen, with the company previously considering legal action but now indicating it will not pursue lawsuits against researchers sharing their findings.
Windows 11 just took its first major step toward version 26H2, and Insiders can already test 9 features shaping Microsoft’s next big update
Winsage
June 30, 2026

Windows 11 just took its first major step toward version 26H2, and Insiders can already test 9 features shaping Microsoft’s next big update

Microsoft has rolled out updates for Windows 11, confirming the development of version 26H2, which has transitioned from version 25H2 in the Experimental channel. Key updates include enhancements to the Search page, a revamped Mobile Devices page, a new GIF provider (GIPHY), a smaller Taskbar size option, improved system sounds in dark mode, rebranding of the Gaming section to "XBOX mode," a new "Screen tint" feature for accessibility, enhanced Magnifier zoom controls, and improved personalization features for accent color selection.
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AppWizard
June 30, 2026

After leading the studio through 2 rounds of layoffs and 1 game release, the CEO of Supermassive is stepping down

Robert Henrysson has announced his departure as CEO of Supermassive Games, two months after the launch of Directive 8020. He reflected on his tenure with pride, noting the studio's expansion and commitment to quality. Nordisk Games recognized his contributions and leadership during a transformative period. Directive 8020, part of the Dark Pictures series, received mixed user ratings on Steam but was praised by critics, achieving an 85% rating. Henrysson's leadership occurred amid industry challenges, including layoffs. He plans to spend the summer with his family while remaining open to future opportunities in the gaming industry.
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